Senior Project Manager / Associate Director - Drug Development | Sr Project Manager/Project Lead - FSP - Drug Development
Thermo Fisher Scientific GmbH
Job Summary
As an Associate Director of Project Management within the Functional Service Provider (FSP) division, you will partner with medical and clinical leads to drive end-to-end drug development programs from pre-clinical stages through to commercialization. Your daily responsibilities include creating integrated development plans, managing program timelines and budgets, and facilitating risk mitigation strategies. You will act as a key liaison at governance meetings, ensuring that project decisions are documented and communicated effectively to global stakeholders. This role is highly attractive for professionals seeking to work at the intersection of a world-class CRO (PPD) and dedicated client-side experience. You will have the opportunity to lead cross-functional teams, influence corporate strategy, and contribute to life-changing therapies within a technologically empowered environment that values operational excellence and proactive problem-solving.
Required Skills
Education
Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in a health-related discipline or equivalent professional experience.
Experience
- At least 10 years of experience in drug development across various phases and disease areas
- At least 5 years of Project or Program Management experience specifically within a Pharmaceutical or Biotech environment
- Proven experience leading global or cross-functional teams
- Demonstrated track record in managing complex budgets and resource allocation
- Experience in preparing documents for Regulatory or Health Authority submissions
Languages
Additional
- PMP certification is considered an advantage. The role may require travel as specified by the recruiter. Must be able to work in an office environment and perform successfully under pressure.
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